Daoist Cultivation of Qi and Virtue for Life, Wisdom, and Learning (1st ed. 2020) (Spirituality, Religion, and Education)

By: Tom Culham and Jing Lin

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Synopsis: This book explores Daoist philosophies of qi and virtue through inquiry into their potential as technologies for cultivating good among individuals and society within educational settings, as well as in the modern world. The first part of the book, authored by Jing Lin, examines Daoist cosmology, axiology, and epistemology. She illuminates qi cultivation’s reliance on the accumulation of virtues, leading to transformation of the body and even—extraordinarily—the abilities of Daoist masters to transcend physical limitations to achieve health, longevity, and immortality. The second part of the book, authored by Tom Culham, establishes an understanding of qi and virtue as a technology within the Daoist paradigm, outlining the benefits of its cultivation while illuminating how contemporary Western philosophy and science support this paradigm. Both authors explore new forms of education to incorporate Daoist wisdom in schooling.

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9783030449476
Related ISBNs:: 9783030449469
Publisher:: Springer International Publishing
Date of Addition:: 08/02/20
Copyrighted By:: Springer
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Religion and Spirituality, Education, Philosophy, Sociology
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